Gatcombe, Netley Abbey, SO31

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There are some homes where the location becomes part of everyday life, and this is one of them.

Tucked away in Gatcombe, this two-bedroom home offers a peaceful setting with greenery beyond the garden, while still being very much part of the Netley Abbey community.

Open the rear gate and you can head out towards woodland and green open space. Venture a little further and you have the shoreline, Royal Victoria Country Park and the historic Netley Abbey ruins — the walks and scenery that make this part of Southampton Water such a lovely place to call home.

And back at the house, the layout is practical, manageable and easy to live in.

Reception Room

Step through the front door and you're straight into the Reception Room, measuring approximately 15'10" × 11'7".

A contemporary wall mounted fire creates a lovely focal point to the room, adding warmth and character, with space around it to arrange a comfortable seating area.

The open staircase sits naturally within the room, and from here the house flows through to the Kitchen / Dining Room at the rear.

Kitchen / Dining Room

At approximately 11'7" × 8'2", the Kitchen / Dining Room sits at the rear of the house, overlooking the garden.

The fitted kitchen provides a practical range of storage and worktop space, with room for a dining table.

A particularly useful feature here is the two walk-in storage cupboards, giving you valuable additional space for household essentials, coats and shoes, the vacuum or kitchen overflow — all neatly tucked away.

French doors open directly onto the rear garden, creating an easy connection between the house and outside during the warmer months.

The Garden

The rear garden is one of the features that gives this home its character.

Rather than demanding hours of maintenance every weekend, it's arranged with a patio and established planting, creating somewhere to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine without the upkeep of a large lawn.

There's space for a table and chairs, making it an easy spot for a morning coffee or an evening drink.

And at the end of the garden, the rear gate takes you towards the surrounding woodland and green open space — particularly appealing if you have a dog, enjoy walking or simply like being able to get outside without having to jump in the car first.

Bedroom 1

Upstairs, Bedroom 1 measures approximately 9'7" × 9'6".

Extensive fitted wardrobes provide a considerable amount of built-in storage without taking up additional floor space with freestanding wardrobes.

There's room for a double bed and bedside furniture, creating a comfortable main bedroom with storage already taken care of.

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 measures approximately 11'7" × 7'10" and comfortably accommodates a double bed, with space for additional furniture.

The first floor is completed by the Bathroom

And Then There’s Netley Abbey...

This is where the story of Gatcombe extends well beyond its front door.

Netley Abbey has a very particular feel. Southampton isn't far away, yet locally you can swap busy roads for woodland, shoreline and open green space.

Royal Victoria Country Park gives you acres to explore alongside Southampton Water, while the ruins of the 13th-century Netley Abbey are part of the history and character of the village.

There are local cafés, pubs and everyday shops within the village, while Hamble is just along the coast for its waterfront, marinas and restaurants.

For commuters, Southampton and the M27 are within easy reach, but when the working day is finished, you get to come home to Netley Abbey.

For a first-time buyer, this could be a great opportunity to get onto the property ladder without sacrificing outdoor space and lifestyle. For someone downsizing, it offers a manageable home with driveway parking, visitor parking, a private garden and walks practically from the back gate.

Sometimes you're not simply choosing a house. You're choosing what you want life outside the house to look like too.

Property Information

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band B
EPC Rating: C (77)
Parking: Driveway parking plus allocated visitor parking
Heating: Gas central heating
Windows: Double glazed
Utilities: Mains services

Virtual Staging Disclaimer: Some photographs within this listing have been digitally/AI virtually staged to help illustrate how the rooms could be furnished and used. The property is currently offered unfurnished. No alterations have been made to the physical layout or permanent features of the property.